This inventor holds 3 USPTO granted patents and 4 published patent applications and 3 EPO patents. Top assignee: Croda International, Inc.. Active years: 2016-2020.
Location History:
- Warrington, GB (2016 - 2017)
- Cheshire, GB (2020)
Company Filing History:
Years Active: 2016-2020
Title: Ian Robert Tooley: Innovator in Metal Oxide Technologies
Introduction
Ian Robert Tooley is a notable inventor based in Warrington, GB. He has made significant contributions to the field of particulate metal oxide technologies, holding a total of three patents. His work primarily focuses on enhancing the properties of metal oxides for various applications, including sunscreen formulations.
Latest Patents
Tooley's latest patents include innovative formulations involving particulate metal oxide particles. One of his key inventions describes a particulate metal oxide that comprises a metal oxide core and a coating layer containing an inorganic material, a silane coupling agent, and/or a hydrophobizing agent. This formulation is particularly suitable for creating dispersions that can be utilized in transparent sunscreen compositions, which exhibit effective UV absorption properties and improved skin feel. Another significant patent involves particulate titanium dioxide with a median volume particle diameter greater than 70 nm, which enhances UVA efficacy and can be used to produce sunscreen products with substantial UV protection.
Career Highlights
Ian Robert Tooley is currently employed at Croda International, Inc., where he continues to develop innovative solutions in the field of metal oxides. His expertise and research have positioned him as a key player in the advancement of materials used in personal care products, particularly in the sunscreen industry.
Collaborations
Throughout his career, Tooley has collaborated with notable colleagues, including Robert Michael Sayer and Paul Martin Stan